Briton in Russia revives Soviet-era watches for luxury market- and Putin
When David Henderson-Stewart first visited Russia’s Raketa watch factory, its few remaining watchmakers were huddled in winter coats. Now, President Vladimir Putin now wears a watch made by its bespoke offshoot.
Read MoreHedge funds turn bullish on cotton for first time in two years
Money managers have turned net-bullish on cotton as surging oil prices tied to the war in Iran boost the appeal of natural fibre over increasingly expensive synthetics.
Read MoreFerragamo family appoints former Estee Lauder CEO Freda as strategic advisor
Salvatore Ferragamo’s controlling shareholder said on Monday it had appointed former Estee Lauder chief executive Fabrizio Freda as special strategic adviser.
Read MoreThis Week in History: Columbine, an apocalypse in Texas, and the loss of a Prince
Explore how major events between 20 and 26 April were captured on The Independent’s front pages
Read MoreLimited-edition Queen Elizabeth bear recreates iconic outfit for late monarch’s 100th birthday
A limited-edition Queen Elizabeth II bear has been unveiled, honouring what would have been the late monarch’s 100th birthday on 21 April 2026.
Read MoreRue’s Libido Came Out of Nowhere
Sam Levinson’s obsession with sex has impacted every single character this season of Euphoria, even the one you’d least expect.
Read MoreKering: The challenger De Meo’s four strategic levers
On Thursday, Kering’s chief executive gave an impressive, nearly three-hour solo presentation to unveil his plan to turn the group around by 2030. He detailed four major levers of action.
Read More60 Thoughts I Had About Season 3, Episode 2 of ‘Euphoria’
“Why are you dressed as a baby?”
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